Key Takeaways
1. Asus has launched the 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor, ROG Strix OLED XG32UCDS, positioned below the PG32UCDMR, priced at $1,199.99.
2. The XG32UCDS features a Gen 3 QD-OLED panel with a 3,840 x 2,160 resolution and a brightness of up to 1,000 nits in HDR mode.
3. It has a quick 0.03 ms GtG response time and supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync to reduce image tearing.
4. The monitor has a 165 Hz refresh rate and limited connectivity options including DisplayPort 1.4, USB Type-C, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and two HDMI 2.1 ports.
5. The XG32UCDS is expected to be priced at €1,049.90 (~$1,225) in Europe, with global availability anticipated later this year.
Asus has launched a new 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor, following the recent release of the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDMR in China last month. The PG32UCDMR is positioned above the PG32UCDM in Asus’ lineup, currently priced at $1,199.99 on Amazon. In contrast, the newly announced ROG Strix OLED XG32UCDS is positioned just below it.
Key Features
The XG32UCDS includes well-known features, such as a Gen 3 QD-OLED panel with a resolution of 3,840 x 2,160 pixels, and a diagonal measurement of 32 inches. The monitor achieves a brightness of 250 nits in SDR mode, which increases to 450 nits at 10% APL and 1,000 nits at 3% APL when HDR mode is enabled. Additionally, it offers a quick 0.03 ms GtG response time, with support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and Nvidia G-Sync, helping to prevent image tearing during high frame rates.
Refresh Rate and Connectivity
Nonetheless, the XG32UCDS features a 165 Hz refresh rate, which is lower than the 240 Hz refresh rate found in the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM and PG32UCDMR. The connectivity options on the XG32UCDS are also more limited, including DisplayPort 1.4, USB Type-C, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and two HDMI 2.1 ports.
Additional Features and Pricing
As per usual, Asus incorporates unique features like a custom heatsink and a 4:3 image mode aimed at reducing input lag while enhancing frame rates. Prad.de reports that Asus plans to offer the XG32UCDS for €1,049.90 (~$1,225) in Europe. There hasn’t been any announcement regarding pricing in other regions yet, but the XG32UCDS is anticipated to be globally available later this year, as it has been listed on Asus’ global website.
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